Treatment Outcomes of MicroPulse Trans-scleral Cyclophotocoagulation in Uncontrolled Glaucoma
Study Details
Study Description
Brief Summary
The goal of this study is to evaluate the efficacy and safety of the novel form of trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation using micropulse diode laser and trans-pars plana treatment (Micropulse TSCPC, mTSCPC MP3, IRIDEX CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System, CA, USA) in adults for the treatment of uncontrolled glaucoma.
Condition or Disease | Intervention/Treatment | Phase |
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N/A |
Detailed Description
Cyclophotocoagulation (CPC) is a type of cycloablation using laser to treat glaucoma. It involves ciliary body destruction by targeting the ciliary epithelium and stroma, resulting in a reduction in aqueous secretion and hence intraocular pressure. This strategy is effective for all forms of glaucoma.
Traditional trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation (TSCPC) achieve its cyclodestructive action by using continuous diode laser to target the melanin in the pigmented ciliary body epithelium. However, the continuous mode has been shown to cause significant collateral tissue damage to adjacent non-pigmented structures including the ciliary stroma and ciliary muscle. Traditional TSCPC may therefore be associated with serious complications including uveitis, visual deterioration, chronic hypotony, and others.
More recently, a micropulse delivery mode of diode laser (Micropulse TSCPC, mTSCPC) has been used to treat glaucoma by ablating the ciliary processes and reduce aqueous humor production with more selective targeting and less collateral damage. In contrast to conventional laser delivery where a continuous flow of high intensity energy is delivered, micropulse laser application delivers a series of repetitive short pulses of energy with rest periods in between pulses. Only a few studies have described the outcomes of this novel glaucoma therapy, showing mTSCPC to have comparable efficacy with fewer side effects when compared with traditional continuous wave mode diode laser delivery.This improved side effect profile has the potential to make mTSCPC an earlier therapeutic option instead of reserving it exclusively for end-stage refractory eyes.
Study Design
Arms and Interventions
Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
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Experimental: Micropulse trans-scleral CPC A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). |
Device: MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3)
Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %.
The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus).
The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s).
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Outcome Measures
Primary Outcome Measures
- Intraocular Pressure (IOP) [18 months]
In millimeters of mercury (mmHg), measured with the Goldmann applanation tonometer
Secondary Outcome Measures
- Intraocular Pressure (IOP) [1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months]
In millimeters of mercury (mmHg), measured with the Goldmann applanation tonometer
- Number of Participants With Repeat Treatments [18 months]
Number of participants needing a repeat laser treatment during the study
- Number of Intraocular Pressure Lowering Medications [1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months]
Number of drops and oral medications used by the patient compared to baseline
- Corrected Distance Visual Acuity (CDVA) [1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months]
Number of lines reduction or improvement from baseline on Snellen acuity chart at 6 meters
- Cup-to-disc Ratio (CDR) [18 months]
Progression of CDR compared to baseline, assessed by an ophthalmologist on dilated fundus examination
- Visual Field Index (VFI) [18 months]
Determined by Humphrey automated perimetry Sita 24-2 visual field testing
- Mean Deviation (MD) [18 months]
Determined by Humphrey automated perimetry Sita 24-2 visual field testing
- Pattern Standard Deviation (PSD) [18 months]
Determined by Humphrey automated perimetry Sita 24-2 visual field testing
- Average Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) Thickness [18 months]
In micrometer, determined by optical coherence tomography (OCT)
- Average Ganglion Cell Layer (GCL) Thickness [18 months]
In micrometer, determined by optical coherence tomography (OCT)
- Cup-to-disc Ratio (CDR) Assessed by Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) [18 months]
Progression of vertical CDR compared to baseline, assessed by optical coherence tomography (OCT) parameters
- Pain Level During Laser Treatment [1 day]
Using a verbal analog scale for pain level (none = no subjective feeling of pain, mild = pain easily tolerable, moderate = pain tolerable with difficulty, severe = pain intolerable)
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
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Patients of either sex and any race aged 18 years old and above.
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Followed by a glaucoma subspecialist at University of Montreal Hospital Center.
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Intraocular pressure (IOP) above target and unresponsive to maximal tolerated medical therapy with or without previous surgical intervention.
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mild glaucoma: IOP > 18 mmHg
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moderate glaucoma: IOP > 15 mmHg
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advanced glaucoma: IOP > 12 mmHg
- Considered poor candidates for additional filtering surgery or implantation of glaucoma drainage devices.
Exclusion Criteria:
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Patients unable to give informed consent.
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Patients with significant scleral thinning, defined as thinning of more than one clock hour noticed on scleral transillumination.
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Ocular infection or inflammation in the study eye in the 2 months prior to enrolment.
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Intraocular surgery in the study eye in the 2 months prior to enrolment.
Contacts and Locations
Locations
Site | City | State | Country | Postal Code | |
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1 | Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM) | Montréal | Quebec | Canada | H2X 3E4 |
Sponsors and Collaborators
- Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM)
Investigators
- Principal Investigator: Harmanjit Singh, MD, Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM)
- Principal Investigator: Michael Marchand, MD, Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM)
Study Documents (Full-Text)
More Information
Publications
- Agarwal HC, Gupta V, Sihota R. Evaluation of contact versus non-contact diode laser cyclophotocoagulation for refractory glaucomas using similar energy settings. Clin Exp Ophthalmol. 2004 Feb;32(1):33-8.
- Aquino MC, Barton K, Tan AM, Sng C, Li X, Loon SC, Chew PT. Micropulse versus continuous wave transscleral diode cyclophotocoagulation in refractory glaucoma: a randomized exploratory study. Clin Exp Ophthalmol. 2015 Jan-Feb;43(1):40-6. doi: 10.1111/ceo.12360. Epub 2014 Jun 21.
- Berger JW. Thermal modelling of micropulsed diode laser retinal photocoagulation. Lasers Surg Med. 1997;20(4):409-15.
- Bloom PA, Tsai JC, Sharma K, Miller MH, Rice NS, Hitchings RA, Khaw PT. "Cyclodiode". Trans-scleral diode laser cyclophotocoagulation in the treatment of advanced refractory glaucoma. Ophthalmology. 1997 Sep;104(9):1508-19; discussion 1519-20.
- Desmettre TJ, Mordon SR, Buzawa DM, Mainster MA. Micropulse and continuous wave diode retinal photocoagulation: visible and subvisible lesion parameters. Br J Ophthalmol. 2006 Jun;90(6):709-12. Epub 2006 Mar 10.
- Egbert PR, Fiadoyor S, Budenz DL, Dadzie P, Byrd S. Diode laser transscleral cyclophotocoagulation as a primary surgical treatment for primary open-angle glaucoma. Arch Ophthalmol. 2001 Mar;119(3):345-50.
- Hauber FA, Scherer WJ. Influence of total energy delivery on success rate after contact diode laser transscleral cyclophotocoagulation: a retrospective case review and meta-analysis. J Glaucoma. 2002 Aug;11(4):329-33.
- Kosoko O, Gaasterland DE, Pollack IP, Enger CL. Long-term outcome of initial ciliary ablation with contact diode laser transscleral cyclophotocoagulation for severe glaucoma. The Diode Laser Ciliary Ablation Study Group. Ophthalmology. 1996 Aug;103(8):1294-302.
- Kuchar S, Moster MR, Reamer CB, Waisbourd M. Treatment outcomes of micropulse transscleral cyclophotocoagulation in advanced glaucoma. Lasers Med Sci. 2016 Feb;31(2):393-6. doi: 10.1007/s10103-015-1856-9. Epub 2015 Dec 29.
- Laursen ML, Moeller F, Sander B, Sjoelie AK. Subthreshold micropulse diode laser treatment in diabetic macular oedema. Br J Ophthalmol. 2004 Sep;88(9):1173-9.
- Leszczyński R, Gierek-Lapińska A, Formińska - Kapuścik M. Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation in the treatment of secondary glaucoma. Med Sci Monit. 2004 Sep;10(9):CR542-8. Epub 2004 Aug 20.
- Meyer JJ, Lawrence SD. What's new in laser treatment for glaucoma? Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2012 Mar;23(2):111-7. doi: 10.1097/ICU.0b013e32834f1887. Review.
- Mistlberger A, Liebmann JM, Tschiderer H, Ritch R, Ruckhofer J, Grabner G. Diode laser transscleral cyclophotocoagulation for refractory glaucoma. J Glaucoma. 2001 Aug;10(4):288-93.
- Moorman CM, Hamilton AM. Clinical applications of the MicroPulse diode laser. Eye (Lond). 1999 Apr;13 ( Pt 2):145-50.
- Murphy CC, Burnett CA, Spry PG, Broadway DC, Diamond JP. A two centre study of the dose-response relation for transscleral diode laser cyclophotocoagulation in refractory glaucoma. Br J Ophthalmol. 2003 Oct;87(10):1252-7.
- Nguyen QH. Primary surgical management refractory glaucoma: tubes as initial surgery. Curr Opin Ophthalmol. 2009 Mar;20(2):122-5. doi: 10.1097/ICU.0b013e32831da828. Review.
- Oguri A, Takahashi E, Tomita G, Yamamoto T, Jikihara S, Kitazawa Y. Transscleral cyclophotocoagulation with the diode laser for neovascular glaucoma. Ophthalmic Surg Lasers. 1998 Sep;29(9):722-7.
- Pantcheva MB, Kahook MY, Schuman JS, Rubin MW, Noecker RJ. Comparison of acute structural and histopathological changes of the porcine ciliary processes after endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation and transscleral cyclophotocoagulation. Clin Exp Ophthalmol. 2007 Apr;35(3):270-4.
- Parodi MB, Spasse S, Iacono P, Di Stefano G, Canziani T, Ravalico G. Subthreshold grid laser treatment of macular edema secondary to branch retinal vein occlusion with micropulse infrared (810 nanometer) diode laser. Ophthalmology. 2006 Dec;113(12):2237-42. Epub 2006 Sep 25.
- Pollack JS, Kim JE, Pulido JS, Burke JM. Tissue effects of subclinical diode laser treatment of the retina. Arch Ophthalmol. 1998 Dec;116(12):1633-9.
- Quigley HA, Broman AT. The number of people with glaucoma worldwide in 2010 and 2020. Br J Ophthalmol. 2006 Mar;90(3):262-7.
- Rotchford AP, Jayasawal R, Madhusudhan S, Ho S, King AJ, Vernon SA. Transscleral diode laser cycloablation in patients with good vision. Br J Ophthalmol. 2010 Sep;94(9):1180-3. doi: 10.1136/bjo.2008.145565. Epub 2010 Jun 24.
- Schlote T, Derse M, Rassmann K, Nicaeus T, Dietz K, Thiel HJ. Efficacy and safety of contact transscleral diode laser cyclophotocoagulation for advanced glaucoma. J Glaucoma. 2001 Aug;10(4):294-301.
- Schlote T, Derse M, Zierhut M. Transscleral diode laser cyclophotocoagulation for the treatment of refractory glaucoma secondary to inflammatory eye diseases. Br J Ophthalmol. 2000 Sep;84(9):999-1003.
- Sivaprasad S, Sandhu R, Tandon A, Sayed-Ahmed K, McHugh DA. Subthreshold micropulse diode laser photocoagulation for clinically significant diabetic macular oedema: a three-year follow up. Clin Exp Ophthalmol. 2007 Sep-Oct;35(7):640-4.
- Tan AM, Chockalingam M, Aquino MC, Lim ZI, See JL, Chew PT. Micropulse transscleral diode laser cyclophotocoagulation in the treatment of refractory glaucoma. Clin Exp Ophthalmol. 2010 Apr;38(3):266-72. doi: 10.1111/j.1442-9071.2010.02238.x.
- Tham YC, Li X, Wong TY, Quigley HA, Aung T, Cheng CY. Global prevalence of glaucoma and projections of glaucoma burden through 2040: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Ophthalmology. 2014 Nov;121(11):2081-90. doi: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2014.05.013. Epub 2014 Jun 26. Review.
- Vernon SA, Koppens JM, Menon GJ, Negi AK. Diode laser cycloablation in adult glaucoma: long-term results of a standard protocol and review of current literature. Clin Exp Ophthalmol. 2006 Jul;34(5):411-20. Review.
- CE16.351
Study Results
Participant Flow
Recruitment Details | |
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Pre-assignment Detail |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
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Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Period Title: Overall Study | |
STARTED | 52 |
COMPLETED | 52 |
NOT COMPLETED | 0 |
Baseline Characteristics
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
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Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Overall Participants | 52 |
Age (years) [Mean (Standard Deviation) ] | |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [years] |
69
(14)
|
Sex: Female, Male (Count of Participants) | |
Female |
26
50%
|
Male |
26
50%
|
Race/Ethnicity, Customized (Count of Participants) | |
Caucasian |
41
78.8%
|
African American |
6
11.5%
|
Middle East |
3
5.8%
|
Asian |
2
3.8%
|
Region of Enrollment (participants) [Number] | |
Canada |
52
100%
|
Glaucoma diagnosis (Count of Participants) | |
Primary open angle glaucoma |
28
53.8%
|
Neovascular glaucoma |
5
9.6%
|
Pseudoexfoliative glaucoma |
4
7.7%
|
Congenital/infantile glaucoma |
4
7.7%
|
Chronic primary angle-closure glaucoma |
3
5.8%
|
Pigmentary glaucoma |
3
5.8%
|
Other secondary glaucoma |
2
3.8%
|
Uveitic/inflammatory glaucoma |
1
1.9%
|
Combined mechanism glaucoma |
1
1.9%
|
Normotensive glaucoma |
1
1.9%
|
Glaucoma severity (Count of Participants) | |
Mild |
1
1.9%
|
Moderate |
16
30.8%
|
Advanced |
35
67.3%
|
Outcome Measures
Title | Intraocular Pressure (IOP) |
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Description | In millimeters of mercury (mmHg), measured with the Goldmann applanation tonometer |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
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[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
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Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [millimeters of mercury (mm Hg)] |
15.2
(4.1)
|
Title | Intraocular Pressure (IOP) |
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Description | In millimeters of mercury (mmHg), measured with the Goldmann applanation tonometer |
Time Frame | 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
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[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
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Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
1 week |
18.2
(6.3)
|
1 month |
19.2
(7.4)
|
3 months |
18.6
(6.2)
|
6 months |
17.9
(5.3)
|
12 months |
16.7
(5.6)
|
Title | Number of Participants With Repeat Treatments |
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Description | Number of participants needing a repeat laser treatment during the study |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
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[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Count of Participants [Participants] |
10
19.2%
|
Title | Number of Intraocular Pressure Lowering Medications |
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Description | Number of drops and oral medications used by the patient compared to baseline |
Time Frame | 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
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[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
1 week |
3.5
(0.7)
|
1 month |
3.4
(0.8)
|
3 months |
3.4
(0.9)
|
6 months |
3.4
(0.8)
|
12 months |
3.2
(0.9)
|
18 months |
3.2
(0.9)
|
Title | Corrected Distance Visual Acuity (CDVA) |
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Description | Number of lines reduction or improvement from baseline on Snellen acuity chart at 6 meters |
Time Frame | 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 12 months, 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
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[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
1 week |
0.81
(0.86)
|
1 month |
0.84
(0.90)
|
3 months |
0.79
(0.88)
|
6 months |
0.77
(0.86)
|
12 months |
0.79
(0.86)
|
18 months |
0.82
(0.88)
|
Title | Cup-to-disc Ratio (CDR) |
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Description | Progression of CDR compared to baseline, assessed by an ophthalmologist on dilated fundus examination |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
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[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [ratio] |
0.82
(0.13)
|
Title | Visual Field Index (VFI) |
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Description | Determined by Humphrey automated perimetry Sita 24-2 visual field testing |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
---|
[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [percents] |
57
(27)
|
Title | Mean Deviation (MD) |
---|---|
Description | Determined by Humphrey automated perimetry Sita 24-2 visual field testing |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
---|
[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
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Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [decibel (dB)] |
-15.16
(7.72)
|
Title | Pattern Standard Deviation (PSD) |
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Description | Determined by Humphrey automated perimetry Sita 24-2 visual field testing |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
---|
[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [decibel (dB)] |
7.87
(3.18)
|
Title | Average Retinal Nerve Fiber Layer (RNFL) Thickness |
---|---|
Description | In micrometer, determined by optical coherence tomography (OCT) |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
---|
[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [micrometers] |
62
(12)
|
Title | Average Ganglion Cell Layer (GCL) Thickness |
---|---|
Description | In micrometer, determined by optical coherence tomography (OCT) |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
---|
[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [micrometers] |
53
(14)
|
Title | Cup-to-disc Ratio (CDR) Assessed by Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) |
---|---|
Description | Progression of vertical CDR compared to baseline, assessed by optical coherence tomography (OCT) parameters |
Time Frame | 18 months |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
---|
[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
Mean (Standard Deviation) [ratio] |
0.82
(0.13)
|
Title | Pain Level During Laser Treatment |
---|---|
Description | Using a verbal analog scale for pain level (none = no subjective feeling of pain, mild = pain easily tolerable, moderate = pain tolerable with difficulty, severe = pain intolerable) |
Time Frame | 1 day |
Outcome Measure Data
Analysis Population Description |
---|
[Not Specified] |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC |
---|---|
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). |
Measure Participants | 52 |
None |
34
65.4%
|
Mild |
12
23.1%
|
Moderate |
6
11.5%
|
Severe |
0
0%
|
Adverse Events
Time Frame | 18 months | |
---|---|---|
Adverse Event Reporting Description | All participants completed the study without any adverse events after 18 months of follow-up. All-Cause Mortality, Serious, and Other [Not Including Serious] Adverse Events were not monitored/assessed beyond 18 months. | |
Arm/Group Title | Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC | |
Arm/Group Description | A treatment session of micropulse trans-scleral cyclophotocoagulation in the affected eye, using the MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3) powered by the CYCLO G6™ Glaucoma Laser System (Iridex, Mountain View, CA, USA). MicroPulse® P3 Glaucoma Device (MP3): Laser settings will be programmed as follows: power-2000mW-2500mW (average 2000mW) of 810nm infrared diode laser set on micropulse delivery mode; micropulse "on" time-0.5ms; micropulse "off" time-1.1ms; and duty cycle (proportion of each cycle during which the laser is on)-31.33 %. The laser probe will be applied in a continuous sliding or painting motion from 9:30 to 2:30 and from 3:30 to 8:30. The probe will be applied perpendicular to the limbus with the edge directly on the limbus at all times (fiberoptic tip at 3 mm posterior to the limbus). The laser will be delivered over 360° for 160-320s. Treatment duration will be adjusted based on iris color and glaucoma severity (mild glaucoma: 160s, moderate glaucoma: 240s, advanced glaucoma: 240-320s). | |
All Cause Mortality |
||
Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC | ||
Affected / at Risk (%) | # Events | |
Total | 0/52 (0%) | |
Serious Adverse Events |
||
Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC | ||
Affected / at Risk (%) | # Events | |
Total | 0/52 (0%) | |
Other (Not Including Serious) Adverse Events |
||
Micropulse Trans-scleral CPC | ||
Affected / at Risk (%) | # Events | |
Total | 0/52 (0%) |
Limitations/Caveats
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Certain Agreements
All Principal Investigators ARE employed by the organization sponsoring the study.
There is NOT an agreement between Principal Investigators and the Sponsor (or its agents) that restricts the PI's rights to discuss or publish trial results after the trial is completed.
Results Point of Contact
Name/Title | Dr. Michael Marchand, MD |
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Organization | Centre Hospitalier de l'Universite de Montreal (CHUM) |
Phone | 514-890-8000 |
michael.marchand-gareau@umontreal.ca |
- CE16.351